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Higher education that actually gets you hired!

Area employers count on DCCCD colleges to provide an educated workforce — one that is trained, accredited and ready to contribute. That’s why DCCCD offers training in more than 300 degrees and certificates that lead to in-demand jobs right here in DFW.

When it comes to finding the right kind of education
for you, we offer opportunities to train:

Training for Free

Yes, it’s true! These programs are absolutely free. They are funded by special grants that aim to help people in the community.

Free GED Prep

For most people, deciding to drop out of high school isn’t easy. Whatever the reason, it’s never too late to earn your GED. The
WorkReadyU program has a team of caring instructors. They will help you increase your academic skills with small GED classes and hands-on learning. You can move forward at your own pace and choose a class that best fits your schedule.

Free Job Prep Training

Do you have work experience but lack the skills you need to advance? Under
WorkReadyU, you can develop the skills you need to launch a successful career. Weekend and evening classes are available and may include paid internships. All trainees receive free job placement assistance.

Free ESL Classes
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Are poor English skills keeping you from reaching your goals?
WorkReadyU can help you improve your English skills so you can attend college, get a good job or advance your career. Students who qualify receive free ESL classes, regardless of residency or visa status.

Free Training for Military/Veterans

An estimated 300,000 service members including Guard and Reserves will leave the military each year over the next five years. That's where
NPower comes in. NPower is committed to building brighter futures for active military, veterans and their spouses by providing access and opportunity to tech skills to help them achieve their potential.

“The training I received, without a doubt, turned me into a highly skilled technician.
I now have a career that I enjoy and promise for the future.”

—David RaefAutomotive instructor with General Motors and former Automotive Technology student

Training for the Workplace

Whether you are just getting started and looking to build skills for a first job, or are coming back to update skills that will help you get a promotion, know that the time and money you invest with us will pay off in career success.

Continuing Education (CE) Courses and Certificates

Continuing education provides unique educational opportunities to stimulate the mind, promote professional advancement and encourage the pursuit of personal interests. These courses increase your knowledge and skills. You will not earn “traditional” credits toward a degree, although you may earn Continuing Education Units or CEUs (which will appear on a transcript). Some courses may last only a couple of hours; others may meet over several weeks. Some courses are available online.

A wide variety of CE courses and programs are offered by the colleges of DCCCD. What are you interested in learning more about? Which direction do you see your future career going?

College Credit Courses, Degrees and Certificates

With more than 100 majors featuring one- and two-year certificates and degrees, we strive to help you build a rewarding and fulfilling career. We also offer Core credit courses that are guaranteed to transfer to any public Texas college or university.

What’s the difference between
continuing education and
college credit courses?

College credit courses apply toward college or university degrees and certificates. Credit courses provide students the option to transfer to another college or university or to go directly into the workforce. Core Curriculum courses are guaranteed to transfer to any public Texas college or university.

In addition to college credit classes, you can take courses to improve your personal or workforce skills. These
continuing education (CE)/noncredit courses do not offer college credit but may apply toward industry credentials or other workplace certificates.

Bruce Parramore

Welder and Former Welding Student

“After I took that first welding class — after just four months — I had learned enough that
I was able to get a job in my company’s welding department. Now I’m a welder instead of a truck driver.”